Oxfordshire · England
Paella Party Catering in Frilford
Looking for paella party catering in Frilford? We arrive with the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook in front of your guests.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Family reunions
- Retirement celebrations
Paella party catering for Frilford events
Hosting a paella party in Frilford
Frilford is about 3 miles west of Abingdon-on-Thames, in Oxfordshire. Whether your party is in the middle of Frilford or on the outskirts, paella party catering works the same way: live cooking, separate pans for every diet and a clear price. Frilford is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we cook. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 8 miles away.
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of All Saints, with a paella lunch at home or in a hall afterwards.
Wherever your party is in OX13, we can bring paella party catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. That could mean a party in a garden on Oxford Road and Kingston Road or the roads around them. Close by, we cover parties in Frilford Heath (1 mile north), Marcham (1 mile east), Tubney (1 mile north), Fyfield (2 miles north-west) and Netherton (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cater in Oxford (8 miles north-east), Didcot (7 miles south-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (3 miles east), Witney (10 miles north-west), Carterton (12 miles north-west) and Wantage (6 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include FitzHarris Castle (3.4 miles east) and Abingdon Community Hospital (2.6 miles east). The countryside around Frilford includes Hitchcopse Pit and Cumnor Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The White Hart Public House (0.8 miles south-east)
About our paella party catering in Frilford
Nothing gets a party going like the smell of paella cooking. People drift over with a drink to watch it cook. Typical bookings include wakes and memorial gatherings and retirement celebrations, serving seafood paella, chicken and chorizo paella and vegetable paella.
Near Frilford, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Where
- Frilford (OX13)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Space, weather and the venue
Live paella is cooked over gas burners in large pans, so the cooking area needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- A level, firm spot for the burners and pans
- Somewhere close to park and unload
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Seafood paella
- Chicken & chorizo paella
- Churros
- Mixed paella
- Tapas
- Vegetable paella
- Paella Valenciana
Towns and villages near Frilford
Other catering in Frilford
Common questions in Frilford
Is Frilford close to London?
About 56 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you come out to small places like Frilford?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you do sangria?
Yes, sangria. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
Where do you cater?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Frilford.
How much space do you need?
A level space for the pans, burners and a serving table, in the open air or a ventilated covered area, and the venue’s permission for live cooking.
Do you come to Frilford?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Frilford and the rest of Oxfordshire. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
What does paella party catering cost?
The price depends on numbers, menu, courses, staff and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Do you do desserts?
Yes, Spanish desserts can be added. Tell us what you have in mind when you ask for a quote.
DIY paella versus live catering
Weighing up DIY against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Step by step
We work to your timings. If things run behind, we adjust the cooking so it is served at its best. At midsummer, it is light in Frilford until about 9:25pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:10pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- We check your date and the space.
- You pick paellas, tapas and desserts.
- The burners go on and the sofrito starts.
- The rice goes in and your guests gather round.
- We serve hot and tidy our area afterwards.
How to prepare
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Tell us where to park and unload
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your party in Frilford, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Planning help
Diets, allergies and planning
We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests. To get it right:
- Give the neighbours a heads-up
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Collect dietary needs with your invites
- Plan a covered spot for wet weather
When you’re ready to eat, we serve straight from the pan, while you enjoy your guests.
Tapas and nibbles while the paella cooks keep hunger at bay.
About the dishes
Seafood paella
The seafood pan is often the showpiece.
Vegetable paella
A proper vegetable paella, not an afterthought.
Perfect for your party in Frilford
It works whatever the occasion, from a first birthday to a ruby wedding.
Live paella suits almost any gathering. People in Frilford book us for occasions like:
- Wakes and memorial gatherings
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Big family gatherings
Historic houses near Frilford include Appleton Manor (2.6 miles north) and Longworth House (3.9 miles west). Grand settings like these frequently have strict catering rules, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
What to look for in a quote
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
- Allergen information for each dish
- Who provides the crockery
- When final numbers are due
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Timings and hours
- How many courses
- Whether you need crockery
- The number of people
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Which courses you have in mind
- What the venue already provides
- Where the event is
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: give us the basics about your party, and we’ll make suggestions. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
Is live paella right for your party?
If you want special but not formal, live paella fits perfectly. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll put together a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Why choose Love Paella in Frilford
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- No hidden extras in your quote
- Cooked live in giant pans at your event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
- Paella, tapas, canapés and desserts
- Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff